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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cao da Serra da Estrela or Gentle Giant or Shepkita? Find the right dog for you

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Name Estrela Mountain Dog Leonberger Akita Shepherd
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs Designer Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cao da Serra da Estrela
Portuguese Shepherd
Gentle Giant
Gentle Lion
Leonbergi
Leo
Shepkita
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
Giant Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Leonberger? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 99–132 pounds (45-60 kg), Female: 77–99 pounds (35-45 kg) Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg) Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm) Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
Unknown $1500-$2000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.
Average: The Akita Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd intelligence:
Smart: The Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Akita Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd trainability comparison.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train.
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Akita Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Akita Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Akita Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Dignified
Protective
Alert
Loyal
Keen
Suspicious
Loving
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Companionable
Adaptable
Curious
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Akita Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd?
Average to High: Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Akita Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd social needs comparison:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Akita Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Akita Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Akita Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd playfulness comparison:
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a playful breed.
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The Leonberger is a playful breed.
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Average: Akita Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd?
A lot: Estrela Mountain Dog is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Akita Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
It is not recommended to keep the Estrela Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Akita Shepherd breed.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Akita Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Estrela Mountain Dog bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akita Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Estrela Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Akita Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akita Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd?
Very healthy dog breed.
Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Akita Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Bloat
Entropion
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Estrela Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Akita Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Estrela Mountain Dog, Leonberger and Akita Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Estrela Mountain Dog: 12 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Akita Shepherd: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd?
Prefers cold weather
The Estrela Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Akita Shepherd can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd energy level comparison:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Akita Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Akita Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Akita Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Estrela Mountain Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Akita Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd coat comparison:
Wavy
Thick
Coarse
Waterproof Fluffy
Dense
Fuzzy
Waterproof
Straight
Colors
What are the original Estrela Mountain Dog, Leonberger and Akita Shepherd color?
Fawn
Yellow
Wolf Gray
Red
Brown
Yellow
Sandy
Reddish
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Red
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd grooming comparison:
Average: The Estrela Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Akita Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or {name3 shedding:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders.
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Akita Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd?

Medium

The Estrela Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Akita Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Leonberger is an average drooler.
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The Akita Shepherd is an average drooler.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Akita Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Akita Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd?
Yes
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Akita Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Estrela Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Akita Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Estrela Mountain Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Akita Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger or Akita Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd?

Not really

Estrela Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Akita Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Estrela Mountain Dog and Leonberger and Akita Shepherd have?
7-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 3-12 puppies

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger vs Akita Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
International Designer Canine Registry

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